Kale with Garlic and Bacon

Kale with Garlic and Bacon
Kale with Garlic and Bacon might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 26% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 8 servings with 190 calories, 10g of protein, and 13g of fat each. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 1 hour. Head to the store and pick up bacon, garlic cloves, water, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and primal diet.

Instructions

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Stack a few kale leaves and roll lengthwise into a cigar shape.
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Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips with a sharp knife. Repeat with remaining leaves.
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Cook bacon in a wide 6- to 8-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, then transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
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Pour off and discard all but 3 tablespoons fat from pot, then cook garlic in remaining fat over moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden, about 30 seconds.
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Add kale (pot will be full) and cook, turning with tongs, until wilted and bright green, about 1 minute.
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Add water and simmer, partially covered, until just tender, 6 to 10 minutes. Toss with bacon and salt and pepper to taste.
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Large kale leaves are easier to cut in the manner described in this recipe. If all you can find are small leaves, just coarsely chop them.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In1 h
Servings8
Health Score38
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